In 2018 two significant pieces of worked Roman stone were found under the street right outside Discover DeCrypt.  The fragment of cornice and part of an altar may have come from the Roman Basilica, here at the edge of the forum, or from a Temple of Jupiter, which may have stood on the site of the church. 

Our Roman Day is in two parts: 

• Part 1  Be an Archaeologist for a Day. This worksheet based activity follows the journey of the stones from discovery in the ground to conservation and display, giving pupils the chance at every stage to examine the evidence, consider what they already know, and give their opinion.

• Part 2: Meet the Gods. This roleplay activity explores the relationship the Romans had with their gods. After an introduction to the main gods and godesses and their attributes, pupils take on the roles of god or worshipper and have the chance to give or receive offerings. Worshippers decide which god to approach, what sacrifice or offering to make and what to ask for; the gods decide whether or not to grant the request, based on how appropriate the offering is.